Who is King David?

The biblical King David of Israel was known for his diverse skills as both a warrior and a writer of psalms. In his 40 years as ruler, between approximately 1010 and 970 B.C.E., he united the people of Israel, led them to victory in battle, conquered land and paved the way for his son, Solomon, to build the Holy Temple. read more

Reference to King David in the Bible. King David's story runs from 1 Samuel 16 through 1 Kings 2. David wrote much of the book of Psalms and is also mentioned in Matthew 1: 1, 6, 22, 43-45; Luke 1: 32; Acts 13: 22; Romans 1: 3; and Hebrews 11: 32. Occupation. David was a shepherd, warrior, and king of Israel. Family Tree. Father - Jesse Brothers - Eliab, Abinadab, Shammah, four unnamed others. read more

After Saul and Jonathan are killed in battle, David is anointed as King. David conquers Jerusalem, taking the Ark of the Covenant into the city, and establishing the kingdom founded by Saul. As king, David arranges the death of Uriah the Hittite to facilitate his adultery with Bathsheba. read more

King David is one of the most important figures in Jewish history. Born in 907 BCE, he reigns as king of Israel for 40 years, dying at age 70 in 837 BCE. There is so much that can be said about him. read more